Located just 15 miles north of Boston, we're one of the largest state universities in Massachusetts, and an important partner in the economic, cultural and intellectual vitality of the greater Boston region.

Salem State offers 32 undergraduate degree programs in the liberal arts, human services and business, along with graduate programs that provide degrees in 24 fields and a continuing education division that offers both credit and non-credit programs.

Salem State is committed to our liberal arts heritage, academic freedom, equity and access, affordability, inclusivity, social justice, student-centeredness, and a sense of community that gives it a small-college feel in a university setting.

Academics at Salem State

Salem State Provost David Silva

Salem State University is committed to excellence in education, service and scholarship.

Our academic programs have been designed to advance the intellectual and personal growth of all students through a wide spectrum of learning opportunities. To realize this goal, we rely upon the dedication and contributions of our superb faculty, our gifted librarians and our talented staff.

All Salem State undergraduate students receive an education grounded in the liberal arts and sciences. They also acquire the competencies and knowledge necessary for success in a variety of professional fields. Our graduate students not only work toward meeting their own professional aspirations, but also meet the region's growing need for leaders with advanced credentials. Students within our school of continuing and professional studies can pursue educational opportunities despite competing responsibilities in their professional and personal lives.

At Salem State, we prepare students to become competitive in the workforce and leaders in their professions and communities.

I invite you to explore our academic programs and discover all that Salem State has to offer.

Dr. David Silva, provost and academic vice president

Colleges and Schools

Learn more about the schools on campus, along with the programs and events that they offer.